2001 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 BMW 740. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 174 kg more than 2001 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 740. (410 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 740 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 740 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 451 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |